About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Independent Testing Officer

In this role, you will:

Lead complex initiatives executing moderate to high risk or complex review activities and engagements in a matrixed environmentCommunicate emerging risks with broad impact and act as key participant in large scale planning for Independent TestingDevelop and design methodologies and standards for review activities across the enterprise in alignment with the risk management frameworkReview and research complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management frameworkEnsure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks and controlsMake decisions in complex situations requiring solid understanding of risk management framework and the risk and control environment that influence and lead enterprise testing to meet deliverables and drive new initiativesCollaborate and consult with Audit, Legal, external agencies, and regulatory bodies to resolve risk related topicsLead project teams and mentor individuals

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

Familiar with building constructive and effective relationships, and holds self accountable for delivering on commitments and renegotiates when needed.  Has familiarity with testing topics, risk types, line of business process walkthroughs, test results, researching, and issue identification.  Gaining skills in listening without interrupting or instantly judging; asks clarifying questions as needed. Is familiar with abilities to evaluate both the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, systems and internal controls; while analyzing business and/or systems changes to determine impact.  Proficient with quality assurance
 

Job Expectations:

Executes review activities in an effective manner.  May lead moderate to high risk or complex review activity engagements in a matrixed environment, and communicates emerging risks to management.     Completes review activities on schedule. Raises schedule delays to the review activity lead. Looks for opportunities to remediate schedule issues. Escalates any potential issues discovered during the completion of review activities to a review lead. Identifies potential corrective actions, and follows through on reporting, escalation, and resolution.Completes all documentation under limited supervision and appropriately retains all work papers (testing schedule, templates, work-papers, deferrals, deviations, etc.). Consults and implements initiatives with moderate to high risk.     Internal interface with business regarding risk management. Limited to no external interaction.
 

Posting End Date: 

26 Feb 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.